What’s next after Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs on Brazil?
Deepening conflict between the US and Brazil over the prosecution of former president Jair Bolsonaro. US President Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs, unacceptable blackmail, says Brazil's President L...
19 Jul 202524min
Is the voting system in the UK fair?
The UK government wants to introduce legislation to lower the voting age, saying it aims to modernise UK democracy. But will the reform make any difference? And has it worked in other countries? In th...
18 Jul 202523min
What are the long-term implications of Israel's actions in Syria?
What is the real motive behind Israel's involvement in Syria? Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, it's repeatedly bombed and extended its occupation, saying it's defending the Druze minority. But what ...
17 Jul 202523min
What does China's military activities mean for Japan?
Tokyo says China's growing military activity is a serious threat. So, what does this mean for an already volatile region? And how will the US react? In this episode: Tomohiko Taniguchi, Professor, ...
16 Jul 202526min
How is Syria's new government dealing with the Druze minority?
Reluctant to recognise the new government in Syria, fighters from the Druze minority have been involved in sectarian violence. A ceasefire is in place, but some Druze leaders have called for internati...
15 Jul 202525min
What's the legacy of the Iran nuclear deal and its collapse?
Ten years ago Iran and world powers signed a historic nuclear deal, easing sanctions in return for limits on Tehran's nuclear programme. Since then, the US pulled out, and just weeks ago, they joined ...
14 Jul 202525min
What’s Trump’s strategy behind imposing tariffs on Europe and Mexico?
US President Donald Trump tells Europe and Mexico they face tariffs of 30 percent from next month. That's created shock and is raising fears of an all-out trade war. But both sides say they want talks...
13 Jul 202524min
How will funding cuts affect the millions living with HIV/AIDS?
Sudden cuts to international funding have dealt a severe blow to the global fight against HIV/AIDS. The UN warns millions of people will die and millions more will contract the disease if urgent actio...
12 Jul 202524min
